Major League Soccer Gameweek 28
Minnesota United FC 2 - 2 FT Houston Dynamo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Lyle Foster 18'
HT
48' Kelvin Yeboah (Morris Duggan)
↓ Felipe·De Andrade Vieira ↑Franco Negri 63'
63' ↓ Owen Gene ↑Nectarios Triantis
↓ Lyle Foster ↑Nick Markanich 63'
63' ↓ Aziel Jackson ↑Mauricio González Carabalí
63' ↓ Bongokuhle Hlongwane ↑Marcus Caldeira
↓ Jonathan Bond ↑Blake Gillingham 75'
78' Marcus Caldeira (Cherrion Valerius)
82' Wil Trapp
↓ Lawrence Ennali ↑Duane Holmes 84'
↓ Diadie Samassekou ↑Matthew Arana 84'
88' ↓ Cherrion Valerius ↑Kyle Duncan
88' ↓ Tomás Chancalay ↑Carlos Harvey
↓ Agustín Bouzat ↑Duncan McGuire 89'
Duncan McGuire (Nick Markanich) 90'+2
90'+6 ↓ Kelvin Yeboah ↑Maurice Malone
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Minnesota United FC
Goalkeepers
Drake Callender 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Cherrion Valerius 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
Michael Boxall
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Morris Duggan 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
71%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Bongokuhle Hlongwane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Owen Gene
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Wil Trapp
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Anthony Markanich 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Aziel Jackson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Kelvin Yeboah 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
8.1
Rating
Tomás Chancalay 
MAGNET
57
Activity
57
Activity
45
Passes
12
Duels
BENCH
Kayne Rizvanovich 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Nectarios Triantis 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Kyle Duncan
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Fernando Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
DJ Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Harvey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
2
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Gonzalez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maurice Malone
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Marcus Caldeira 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
Houston Dynamo
Goalkeepers
Jonathan Bond
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
75
Entry
Defenders
Felipe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
63
Total Mins
63
Entry
Antônio Carlos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Halter
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lawrence Ennali
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
55%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Diadie Samassékou
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Artur 
ENFORCER
5
Tackles
5
Tackles
7
Duels Won
88%
Win %
Agustín Bouzat 
NPC
89
Minutes
89
Minutes
33%
Pass Acc
6.5
Rating
Forwards
Mateusz Bogusz 
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Lyle Foster
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.9
Rating
Guilherme
MAGNET
56
Activity
56
Activity
45
Passes
11
Duels
BENCH
Blake Gillingham
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Franco Negri
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
M. Arana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Duane Holmes
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
6
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Rivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aliyu Ibrahim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nicholas Markanich
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.9
Rating
Duncan McGuire 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.1
Rating
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/11/2026 | Minnesota United FC | 2 - 2 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 06/26/2025 | Minnesota United FC | 3 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 05/15/2025 | Houston Dynamo | 2 - 0 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 07/14/2024 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 1 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 04/14/2024 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 2 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 07/13/2023 | Houston Dynamo | 0 - 3 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 05/24/2023 | Houston Dynamo | 4 - 0 | Minnesota United FC | US Open Cup | Shell Energy Stadium |
| 05/18/2023 | Minnesota United FC | 1 - 0 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 08/27/2022 | Minnesota United FC | 2 - 1 | Houston Dynamo | Major League Soccer | Allianz Field |
| 07/24/2022 | Houston Dynamo | 1 - 2 | Minnesota United FC | Major League Soccer | PNC Stadium |
10/11/2026
06/26/2025
05/15/2025
07/14/2024
04/14/2024
07/13/2023
05/24/2023
05/18/2023
08/27/2022
07/24/2022
Minnesota United FC Win
Houston Dynamo Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 23 GD: +29
P: 23 GD: +13
P: 22 GD: +9
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 23 GD: +1
P: 23 GD: +6
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: +3
P: 23 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: +1
P: 22 GD: -3
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 23 GD: -15
P: 22 GD: -7
P: 23 GD: -25
League Standings
P: 32 GD: +34
P: 33 GD: +9
P: 33 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +10
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: +15
P: 33 GD: -6
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 32 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: 0
P: 32 GD: -3
P: 33 GD: -5
P: 32 GD: -6
P: 33 GD: -21
P: 33 GD: -42
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Minnesota United FC
Houston Dynamo
Minnesota United FC
Houston Dynamo
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Late McGuire Heroics Deny Minnesota a Desperate Victory
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 76/100. Our verdict is a highly entertaining clash that showcased both the desperate fight of a struggling side and the resilient depth of a playoff contender.
The Opening Exchange
A palpable sense of urgency greeted the players at Allianz Field, with Minnesota United FC desperate to halt a bleak five-game losing streak. The early Intensity was notable as both sides traded blows, but it was Houston Dynamo who struck first. In the 18th minute, Lyle Foster found a pocket of space to fire the visitors ahead. Houston edged possession at 54%, moving the ball with purpose and ending the half with a slight tactical upper hand. Yet, Minnesota refused to fold. The hosts peppered the goal, contributing to a high shot volume that eventually saw 29 combined attempts. Goalkeepers at both ends were forced into early action, racking up eight crucial saves between them to keep the scoreline tight before the break.
Turning the Tide
The halftime team talk clearly worked for the hosts. Just three minutes into the second half, Kelvin Yeboah capitalized on a sharp feed from Morris Duggan to level the game. This shattered the Balance of the match, initiating a chaotic stretch where the momentum would swing violently. Both managers turned to their benches, looking for a decisive spark. Minnesota’s roll of the dice paid off spectacularly when substitute Marcus Caldeira, introduced in the 63rd minute, fired home a brilliant strike on 78 minutes after a setup by Cherrion Valerius. The Upset Factor surged as the 14th-placed side took control. Caldeira’s immediate impact turned a gritty defensive effort into a sudden 2-1 advantage, making the home crowd believe their agonizing losing skid was finally ending.
A Stoppage-Time Stunner
Houston's playoff ambitions mean they never surrender easily, and the mounting Stakes pushed them into an all-out assault. Just as Minnesota prepared to celebrate, the visitors orchestrated a cinematic finale. Substitute Nick Markanich sliced through a tired backline to tee up Duncan McGuire in the 90th minute. McGuire, who had only been on the field for a matter of seconds, buried the equalizer to silence Allianz Field. This 2-2 draw is a crushing blow for Minnesota, who remain stuck near the bottom of the table and desperately needed all three points. For seventh-place Houston, snatching a result from the jaws of defeat proves their resilience, though they will rue their inability to secure a clean win against struggling opposition.
Key Questions
Did Minnesota United FC deserve the late equalizer?
Houston Dynamo actually scored the late equalizer, not Minnesota. While Minnesota fought hard to hold their lead, Houston's relentless pressure in stoppage time earned them a deserved point.
How did substitute Marcus Caldeira change the game?
Entering in the 63rd minute, Caldeira injected instant attacking energy. He scored a brilliant 78th-minute goal to give Minnesota a temporary 2-1 lead, entirely shifting the momentum.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Dynamo Look to Deepen Loons' Despair
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 49/100. A stark contrast in trajectories makes this a vital fixture for Houston's post-season ambitions, while Minnesota desperately seek a pulse.
The Setup
Houston Dynamo sit comfortably in fifth place, eyeing the upper echelon of the MLS standings. Contrast that with Minnesota United FC, languishing down in 14th. The Loons have hit a wall. A dismal five-match losing streak drags down their Form rating to worrying levels. Earning just one win in ten attempts at Allianz Field is a glaring red flag for the home support. Meanwhile, Houston’s moderate Stakes rating reflects their relatively safe positioning, but they cannot afford to take their foot off the gas against wounded opposition. Despite a surprisingly tight Balance rating, Minnesota’s defensive frailties—shipping 49 goals this term—make them incredibly vulnerable to a clinical away side.
Key Battle
Marcus Caldeira against M. Bogusz. Caldeira has been the rare bright spark for Minnesota, carrying their attack with sharp finishing that single-handedly bumps up their Stars rating. He faces a Dynamo side spearheaded by Bogusz, who dictates the final third with precise decision-making. If Bogusz finds space between the lines, Houston will dictate the tempo entirely.
Our Prediction
Houston’s stability will ultimately outlast Minnesota’s fragile confidence. Expect a measured 2-0 away victory, with the Dynamo patiently exposing gaps in a disjointed home defence.